Angela Farrelly, BACP
Practical, person-focused support for midlife change
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- Collaborative counsellor
- Practical coping tools
- Focus on life changes
About Angela
Angela Farrelly is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on midlife concerns such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. She draws on four years of professional experience to offer steady, practical support for people feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Angela communicates in English and works from the belief that each person knows their own story best.
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens first and then helps people identify what matters most to them. Sessions often involve simple tools to manage difficult feelings, clearer thinking about next steps, and practising small changes that make life easier.
Angela uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred work. That means she can help with thoughts, emotions and practical habits while keeping the person at the centre of decisions about goals and pace.
She has experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns, including grief, addiction, relationship problems, parenting strain, bipolar and ADHD. Angela also works with issues related to trauma, attachment and ageing. Her practice reflects these varied areas and she tailors sessions to each person’s situation.
Practical steps are part of her style - noticing patterns, setting small goals and reviewing progress. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial booking step are used to arrange sessions according to the therapist’s availability and the site's scheduling process.
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens first and then helps people identify what matters most to them. Sessions often involve simple tools to manage difficult feelings, clearer thinking about next steps, and practising small changes that make life easier.
Angela uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred work. That means she can help with thoughts, emotions and practical habits while keeping the person at the centre of decisions about goals and pace.
She has experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns, including grief, addiction, relationship problems, parenting strain, bipolar and ADHD. Angela also works with issues related to trauma, attachment and ageing. Her practice reflects these varied areas and she tailors sessions to each person’s situation.
Practical steps are part of her style - noticing patterns, setting small goals and reviewing progress. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial booking step are used to arrange sessions according to the therapist’s availability and the site's scheduling process.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and big life changes because it focuses on what matters rather than only reducing symptoms.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviours together. It breaks problems into manageable parts, teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful thinking, and is often used for anxiety, depression and sleep difficulties.
Client-Centred Therapy centres the person and their own experience. The therapist offers listening and reflection so a person can better understand themselves and decide on the next steps for change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Angela will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs to decide what to try first. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as new information emerges.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the exact session formats offered before booking, as these are set at the time of scheduling. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so appointments are simpler to attend.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Angela help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and coping with life changes, among other concerns such as grief, relationship problems and addiction.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and straightforward, with a focus on listening, identifying priorities and practising small, practical changes between sessions.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has four years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life challenges.
What credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the process to start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.